Dr. Mark Stetter
Independent Director
Dean, University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine
Director since
May 2025
Committees
Human Resources; Quality and Innovation
Other Current Public Company Directorships
None
Dr. Stetter provides comprehensive veterinary medicine expertise as Dean of the University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, which, combined with his corporate experience from his senior leadership roles at The Walt Disney Company's Animal Kingdom, contributes valuable perspective on product strategy, competitive positioning and R&D pipeline development, with a focus on unmet market needs. His deep connections within the veterinary profession and understanding of what future veterinarians seek from pharmaceutical manufacturers contributes strategic insight to the Quality and Innovation Committee.
Skills and Qualifications
Academia
Animal Health
Consumer Products
Global Businesses
Human Capital Management
Life Sciences
Marketing and Sales
Research and Development
Currently serves as Dean and Professor of the University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, overseeing all aspects of the school, including education, research, veterinary hospitals and animal health diagnostic labs, centers and institutes, having previously served as Dean and Professor at Colorado State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences from 2012 until 2021.
Unique combination of academic leadership and corporate experience, having held various senior roles at The Walt Disney Company, including Director of Animal Operations and Director of Animal Health, brings a practical business perspective and understanding of corporate decision-making as it relates to the Company’s product positioning.
Extensive experience across the full spectrum of veterinary medicine, having served as zoo and wildlife veterinarian at The Bronx Zoo/Wildlife Conservation Society and the Audubon Nature Institute, providing comprehensive perspective on animal health from companion animals to livestock to exotic species and wildlife, as well as leadership roles within national organizations, including serving as Director, PetSmart Charities Board, Treasurer for the American Association of Veterinarian Medical Colleges, President of the American College of Zoological Medicine, Chair for the Wildlife Scientific Advisory Board with Morris Animal Foundation and Chair of the research committee with the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians.
Career Highlights
University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine
- Dean and Professor (2021-present)
Colorado State University, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
- Dean and Professor (2012-2021)
The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) – a leading global entertainment company
- Director of Animal Operations (2009-2012)
- Director of Animal Health (2001-2009)
- Various senior roles (1997-2001)
Education
- Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry and Chemistry from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana